It has been proven that changing the way you eat can transform your life, and for those looking for a great eating regimen to incorporate for better health, adopting the Mediterranean style of diet has been shown to have tremendous benefits. The southern Europeans have typically veered more towards fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, whole grains, and less on unhealthy fats that typically befall American diets. The Mediterranean diet has become popular in recent years as studies have attributed it to lowering the risks linked with heart disease.

The Benefit of Eating Like a Mediterranean

Doctors now regularly prescribe taking up a Mediterranean style of diet to lower cholesterol and clear clogged arteries over time. Additionally, the diet has been shown to be effective against diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and many types of cancer. Southern Europeans typically use extra virgin olive oil in many of their dishes, which has been proven to reduce the chances of breast cancer in women.

The Healthy Rewards of Consuming More Grains, Fruits & Vegetables

Whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables, and nuts are considered the key cornerstones of a Mediterranean diet and at least 9 servings are recommended of antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. Trans fats are rarely an issue in this region of the world, with whole grains and real butter the norm, alongside with a healthy portion of unsalted nuts daily. Nuts are another important element of the Mediterranean diet, with olive oil considered a natural miracle drug that reduces LDL levels in cholesterol over time. For those that love fish, sardines, mackerel, trout, and tuna have been shown to have high levels of good fat and are a great way to stay vital and fit.

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